British Thoracic Society Clinical Statement on Community Acquired Pneumonia in people with Learning Disability
Published by: British Thoracic Society
Publication date: March 2023
Community Acquired Pneumonia (CAP), which is caused by breathing in pathogens such as bacteria or viruses. Community Acquired Pneumonia is a major cause of death and a significant contributor to the increased risk of hospital admission for people with learning disability.
BTS has produced this Clinical Statement to help reduce the knowledge gap in this important area and provide practical guidance for clinicians and patients alike.
Read the BTS Clinical Statement on Community Acquired Pneumonia in people with Learning Disability
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